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Leaflet warns farmers of slurry risks
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Farmers should be informed about the dangers of slurry gases.
Farm Safety Partnership releases a leaflet about the dangers surrounding slurry gases 

Slurry gas is a cocktail of toxic products, including hydrogen sulphide, that are released when slurry decomposes.
 
Even just a few breaths of this gas can render a person unconscious, and it has been the cause of many high profile accidents, often resulting in fatalities of people and animals.
 
With this in mind, the Farm Safety Partnership, chaired by the National Farmer's Union (NFU), has launched a new leaflet as part of its Stop! Think! slurry gas campaign, which is due to be unveiled at Grassland & Muck at Stoneleigh Park.
 
NFU vice president Guy Smith said:
“Deaths from slurry gas still occur and these are made all the more tragic by the fact that so many people die who instinctively go to the aid of those in difficulty. 
 
“This new leaflet has 11 points to follow to reduce the risk of a slurry gas incident. But it is equally important to know that if there is a problem, stop the pump, get the person to fresh air, but don’t put yourself at risk, call 999 and advise the emergency services that slurry gas may be present.”
 
To download the leaflet, visit the Farm Safety Partnership website here.

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.